Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: President Harry Truman - Biography

Harry S Truman

Harry S Truman

Description

A brief summary of the career and life of Harry S. Truman. *Contains briefquote fromPresidentTruman withpotentially offensive language

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • How was Harry Truman perceived by others?
  • Explain the following two quotes that he kept on his desk: “The buck stops here,” and “Always do right. This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest.” What does that say about his character?
  • Describe his childhood and his interests.
  • What were some of his work experiences?
  • To which public offices was Harry Truman elected?
  • How did he rise to the presidency? What did he learn about when he became President?
  • Describe the public’s opinion of him.
  • Describe the events of Harry Truman’s second term.
  • How did he spend his time in retirement?

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Atomic Bomb
    • Intervention
    • Soviet Union
    • Tenacity
    • Thomas Dewey
    • Thomas Pendergast

    Topics

    Executive BranchU.S. History

    Grades

    Middle SchoolHigh School